Purple booths pack the newest addition to Mandeville’s dining scene as Bub’s Burgers officially plants its retro flag on Highway 22. The beloved New Orleans smash burger institution opened its first St. Tammany Parish location at 3847 LA-22, marking a culinary milestone that locals have been anticipating since word first spread about the expansion.
From Pandemic Pop-Up to Parish Pioneer
A tribute burger joint evolves into cross-parish expansion success.
Bub’s journey began as a pandemic-era pop-up created by friends seeking opportunity during lockdown chaos. Named in honor of the late Rand Owens, the brand built its reputation on community connection and unapologetically simple pleasures: fresh-griddled smash burgers with cheese oozing over rumpled bun edges.
The Mandeville location mirrors the Mid-City flagship’s winning formula—arcade games, nostalgic décor, and that signature purple branding that makes the spot unmistakable from Highway 22.
Quick Facts About Bub’s Mandeville
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Signature dish: Classic smash burger with seared exterior
- Unique offering: “Puppy pattie” (unseasoned burger patty for dogs)
- Menu highlights: Fried Brussels sprouts, grilled cheese, hot sausage sandwich
Community Response Shows Early Enthusiasm
Early customer feedback reveals what Northshore diners really wanted.
Social media buzz tells the story better than any press release. “Solid burger and onion rings … and shout out to the puppy pattie,” reads one typical early review, capturing the dual appeal of quality food and thoughtful touches that define Bub’s approach.
The dog-friendly menu item isn’t just a marketing gimmick—it reflects the community-first mentality that transformed a simple pop-up concept into a cross-parish phenomenon. Local food enthusiasts have been comparing Bub’s arrival to other Northshore burger destinations, with early consensus praising the burger quality above most competitors.
Co-founder Tristan Moreau and the Bub’s team chose Mandeville strategically, bringing New Orleans’ inventive comfort food culture directly to residents who previously faced a Lake Pontchartrain crossing for authentic city dining experiences. The expansion represents more than business growth—it’s culinary democracy in action.
For Northshore residents seeking alternatives to generic burger chains, Bub’s Mandeville delivers honest smash burgers, playful atmosphere, and community spirit that honors both its New Orleans roots and suburban future.
